Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 to Mr. Eastin
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02793.041 Author/Creator: Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 Place Written: Long Branch, New Jersey Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 7 September 1872 Pagination: 2 p. ; 20 x 24.9 cm. Order a Copy
Written as President, Grant asks Eastin to reconsider his resignation from the office of Special Sergeant of the Police Department. Grant's father, Jesse, constantly sought advantage from his son's positions and placed him in difficult positions.
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